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How can head and neck cancers be prevented?

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Refraining from the use of all tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco), consuming alcohol in moderation, and practicing good oral hygiene.

First answer by Gale Ency. of Medicine. Last edit by Gale Ency. of Medicine. Contributor trust: 36 [recommend contributor ]. Question popularity: 2 [recommend question].

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